1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 598 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cortina | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |